Corvinus University of Budapest - BCE vs University of Szeged vs ESSCA School of Management vs Kodolányi János University - KJU vs Edutus University

Side-by-side comparison from 62 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: University of Pécs Faculty of Business and Economics (4.50)
Corvinus University of Budapest - BCE: wins 3/7 categories
University of Szeged: wins 0/7 categories
ESSCA School of Management: wins 0/7 categories
Kodolányi János University - KJU: wins 0/7 categories
Edutus University: wins 0/7 categories
Avicenna International College: wins 0/7 categories
University of Pécs Faculty of Business and Economics: wins 4/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Communication Studies
Szeged, Hungary
4.40
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Best programme: Agricultural Engineering
Best programme: International Business
Budapest, Hungary
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Best programme: MSc Management & Leadership
Category ratings
Facilities
4.50
Win
4.00
3.58
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4.36
Location
4.67
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4.25
4.08
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4.57
Professors
4.25
4.33
4.00
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4.36
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Internationality
4.56
4.22
4.00
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4.64
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Student life
4.50
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4.44
4.17
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3.80
Value
4.38
4.17
3.67
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4.50
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Accommodation
4.06
3.78
3.25
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4.21
Win
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Strong economics and business programs
  • +Supportive and expert faculty and staff
  • +International atmosphere and location
  • +Excellent and supportive faculty and staff
  • +Diverse and well-structured academic programs
  • +Welcoming and advantageous environment for students
  • +Practical, experiential learning with real-world application.
  • +Strong international focus, diversity, and global opportunities.
  • +Supportive faculty and high-quality teaching.

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  • +Practical, up-to-date curriculum with real-world focus
  • +Affordable, international study environment
  • +Welcoming city with good social opportunities
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources are frequently cited.
  • -There is a general dissatisfaction with the curriculum and teaching quality.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources hinder learning.
  • -Limited opportunities for practical experience and insufficient career support are major drawbacks.
  • -Expensive tuition for irrelevant courses and unqualified instructors.
  • -Lack of student motivation and engagement in academics.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -The curriculum is often perceived as irrelevant and poorly delivered.
Rating summary
What students say

The university demonstrates excellent performance in several key areas, with location receiving the highest marks. Facilities and student life are also rated highly. While accommodations are generally positive, they represent the lowest-rated aspect of the university experience. Overall, the institution presents a strong offering with particularly notable strengths in its physical environment and student engagement.

This institution demonstrates a strong performance across multiple aspects, with student life and professors receiving particularly high marks. While facilities and accommodation are rated well, they represent the areas with room for improvement compared to other categories. The university also scores favorably in location, internationality, and value.

This institution garners particularly high marks for Student Life, averaging over 4.16, with Location also scoring well at 4.08. Professors and Internationality are also rated positively at a solid 4.0. Conversely, Accomodation stands out as the weakest area, receiving a 3.25 rating, while Facilities and Value are mid-range.

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This university garners high marks in several key areas, with Internationality and Location being particularly strong at 4.64 and 4.57 respectively. Facilities, Professors, and Value also receive excellent scores, all above 4.35. Accommodations are rated well at 4.21. Student Life, however, is the weakest area with a rating of 3.8.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With an average rating of 4.28/5 from 18 reviews, approximately 100% of feedback is positive. Students highlight strong Economics and Business programs, international atmosphere, and a strategic campus location. No negative reviews were recorded.

University of Szeged receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with ~83% of reviews being highly positive (4-5 stars). Students appreciate the wide range of faculties, great library, and scholarship opportunities. Teaching methodologies and supportive professors are frequently praised.

Around 74% of reviews are positive, praising practical and international teaching, supportive staff, and a great environment. One review (around 8%) expressed dissatisfaction with course relevance and teaching quality.

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~93% of reviews are positive, highlighting practical, up-to-date curricula and hands-on learning. Negative feedback, representing ~0%, was not provided.

Rating distribution
5★
39%
56%
25%
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0%
57%
4★
50%
28%
42%
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36%
3★
11%
17%
25%
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0%
7%
2★
0%
0%
8%
0%
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1★
0%
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Most useful review
Most liked
Excellent International Opportunity

Previously studying in the USA, moving to Budapest was a complete culture shock. However, this university offers a vigorous program with ample opportunities for students who want a career in diplomacy and foreign affairs. I feel constantly challenged and surrounded by bright-minded thinkers. Throwing myself into a new country, new culture, and new language has allowed me to truly be immersed in this field of study. While the program is in English, there are ample opportunities for additional foreign language classes. The fact that this university offers scholarships and the base price of tuition is already so low, is an added bonus.

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Engaging

ESSCA School of Management is known for its international approach and diverse programs. In my opinion, many students appreciate its emphasis on experiential learning and the opportunities for international exposure through exchange programs and internships. However, some may find the workload demanding and challenging but that's the way it operates. Whether I recommend it would depend on your specific academic and career goals, as well as your preferences for learning style and environment. Likes/ Dislikes: *Essca provides enormous opportunities to improve and enhance your skill. *Diversified culture *Provides webinars and seminars across all the campuses. *Workload Management could be seen as an disadvantage. As sometimes, you may find it very challenging.

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Modern, practical and worth It

My experience with the Business Development Master’s program has been really great overall. It offers high-quality education with practical knowledge. The courses are well-structured. The program has been renewed and designed to match current business trends, not just old-school textbook knowledge. We worked on a bunch of case studies, group projects, and presentations. We also experienced real business scenarios in every semester from subjects like Project Management, Tutorial: Startup Lab, Marketing Analysis and Planning, ESG, etc. Another important factor is affordability. Compared to many other master’s programs in Europe, this one gives really good value for money. You’re getting a strong education, experienced lecturers, and a modern curriculum, without the crazy tuition fees you’d expect elsewhere. The programme also feels fresh and up-to-date. Topics like innovation, strategy, and business development are approached in a way that reflects what’s actually happening in the business world today. The atmosphere is great. The community is diverse, and working with people from different backgrounds adds a lot to the experience. Plus you can meet different cultures and get new friends from all around the World. Also the study department is a huge help for every student. I used to be a Student Representative and working with the staff was easy, because they supported and informed us constantly. Overall, I’d say the Business Development Master’s at PTE KTK is a great choice if you’re looking for something modern, practical, and affordable, without sacrificing quality.

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